Alba CPA Blog

Tax filing preparation is a year round activity. You may be tempted to forget all about your taxes once you’ve filed your income tax return, but do not give in to that temptation. If you start your tax planning now, you may avoid a tax...

6 Questions Smart Rich People Ask Their Accountant
Over the last few years, I started tracking the types of questions clients asked me. I categorized clients into three relative categories: annual income below $50,000; income over $200,000; and everyone else in between.Clients and potential clients with...

Understanding the basics of small business tax write-offsWhen it comes to small business tax write-offs, the past business performance is a major determining factor for the types of deductions, tax write-offs etc that business is eligible for. However, in general, a small business offers multiple...

Tax Implications of Equifax Data Breach
Serious tax implications and how to avert the riskEquifax is a well-known credit reporting agency that manages the data of millions of individuals in the US and across the world. In a recent report, Equifax disclosed the data breach...

I get approached frequently with requests to reconcile past records and file past due tax returns. Even if you have lost your W2s, 1099s, or other business and personal records due to the passage of time, our team will assist in sorting out your records...

So you are ready to venture out on your own and start a construction company in New Jersey, but where do you start? Alba CPA can manage the whole process from beginning to end, but if you want to register yourself, here's what you need...

How to change accountants – the step by step guide from a CPA.
One of the most common inquiries I get from potential clients is how to change accountants when you are unhappy with their services.
Clients feel loyal & committed to their accountant. They believe their...

January 23rd is the anticipated start to the season to file your 2016 tax return
The IRS announced that they will start accepting e-filed tax returns on Monday, Jan. 23, 2017. We at Alba Translations CPA will be accepting tax returns before Jan. 23 and then...

TAX SAVING STRATEGIES – SALARY vs. DISTRIBUTIONS.
TAX SITUATION
Every year I get asked by my clients: How can I save money on my taxes and not get in trouble with the IRS? What the right mix of salary and distributions from my S-Corp? Every year, I...

Andi helped us register and start our business, we're very thankful. He explained every step and managed the whole process. doesnt get any easier. we look forward to working with him to grow our business..

Andi was knowledgeable and quite professional in his approach to dealing with our 2015 taxes. Explained every bit of it as he took me and my wife through each line item.Moreover, has been available whenever we had needed him after the tax season for paperwork needed elsewhere.Love the office with people being very welcoming.

Andi (the best guy ever) helped me open my new construction business in 2016, the whole process was easy and very cost effective. I appreciate the fact that I can ask him anything about the tax process, business registration and management, has made my whole life easier. i highly recommend this business."